DFCS

The Title XX DFI Refugee and Immigrant Services Program is supported with federal funding under the Social Security Act, Title XX, as amended; Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1981, as amended, Public Law 97-35; Jobs Training Bill, Public Law 98-8 and 473; Medicaid and Medicare Patient and Program Act of 1987; Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987, Public Law 100-203; Family Support Act of 1998, Public Law 100-485; Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1993, Public Law 106-66, 42 U.S.C 1397 ET seq. Funding is for services that assist successful integration of refugees and immigrants. FY27 funding opportunity is limited to those not-for-profit community-based agencies which currently receive Title XX DFI funding from the Illinois Department of Human Services, Bureau of Refugee and Immigrant Services. Exception to this rule is at the discretion of the Bureau of Refugee and Immigrant Services in accordance to federal policies. Services that assist successful integration of refugees and immigrants currently funded under this program are limited to the following model: Services to retrain high-skilled refugees to be recertified and placed in jobs consistent with their skills: providing employment and training services that include training, job search, and networking opportunities to TANF eligible high skilled immigrants and refugees in order to assist them in transitioning from the ranks of the working poor to professional positions with family sustaining incomes and benefits. Services include a series of core soft skill and cross-cultural competency training modules designed to prepare participants to confidently and successfully navigate a U.S.-style professional job search. Training content is delivered through an interactive learning platform and covers key topics such as resume development, salary negotiation, interviewing skills, and navigating U.S. professional networking environments. Services also include an employer education component to educate employers on immigrant and refugee cultural issues and to enhance networking opportunities for immigrants and refugees.

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Federal: Social Security Act, Title XX, as amended; Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1981, as amended, Public Law 97-35; Jobs Training Bill, Public Law 98-8 and 473; Medicaid and Medicare Patient and Program Act of 1987; Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987, Public Law 100-203; Family Support Act of 1998, Public Law 100-485; Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1993, Public Law 106-66, 42 U.S.C 1397 ET seq. State: Title 89, Chapter IV, Sub-Chapter c, Part 130 Subpart A, Title XX Block Grant 305 ILCS Public Aid Code

Services aimed at retraining high-skilled refugees to be recertified and placed in jobs consistent with their skills. Performance Measures: New Job Seekers Training: train 85 refugee and immigrant job seekers Job Seekers Placed: 40 of those served will secure professional employment that is aligned with their skills, education and long-term career aspirations Average income at placement: $55,000 Average income increase per family: $40,000 Job Retention at one year: 85% Performance Standards 95% of training measure met. 53% of job seekers will secure employment over the 12-month grant period 95% receiving average income projected. 95% achieve average income increase per family projected 85% job retention after one year of job placement. Financial and Program reports will be submitted either electronically or by regular mail by the 15th day following the reporting month.

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Nonprofit Organizations;

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Formula Grants

Human Services

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Funding for this program is not available in FY27 through a Notice for Funding Opportunity. This FY27 funding opportunity is limited to those not-for-profit community-based agencies which currently receive Title XX DFI funding from the Illinois Department of Human Services, Bureau of Refugee and Immigrant Services. Exception to this rule is at the discretion of the Bureau of Refugee and Immigrant Services in accordance to federal policies. Grant awards will be made based on funding available from Title XX for state fiscal year 2027, program priorities and performance of agencies in meeting program goals under existing contracts.

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Funding for this program is not available in FY27 through a Notice for Funding Opportunity. This FY27 funding opportunity is limited to those not-for-profit community-based agencies which currently receive Title XX DFI funding from the Illinois Department of Human Services, Bureau of Refugee and Immigrant Services. Exception to this rule is at the discretion of the Bureau of Refugee and Immigrant Services in accordance to federal policies.

State Reporting Agencies funded under this program must submit to the Bureau of Refugee and Immigrant Services: 1. Monthly program report by the 15th day following the reporting month, documenting services delivered and progress toward goals. 2. Monthly financial report by the 15th day of the month for the expenses of the previous month based on approved budget. 3. The Demographic Data Report must be submitted on a quarterly basis on the 15th day following the reporting quarter. The quarterly Demographic Data report must include the following: - A unique Identifier for each Client (e.g. first name & last initial or a unique client ID) - Total Expenditures of the Program - SSBG Allocation + - Expenditures of all other Federal, State and Local Funds (Non-SSBG funds) - Total number of individuals served, disaggregated by - Race or Ethnicity of Individual served 4. Final report by September 30, 2027. Federal Reporting: Two reports are submitted by DHS annually for federal reporting. A Pre expenditure report also known as the State’s Intended Use Plan and Post Expenditure report which is used to compare projected services to actual for each service category. Measurements to support federal reporting via Pre and Post Expenditure Reports prepared by the DHS Bureau of Basic Supports-Title XX: 1. # of children, seniors and other adults provided Title XX services. 2. # of Title XX service activities delivered.

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Refer to CFDA below.

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https://www.upwardlyglobal.org/

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Merit Based Review; Notice of Funding Opportunity; Other;

FY 2017 : $170,000
FY 2018 : $170,000
FY 2019 : $194,090
FY 2022 : $194,053
FY 2023 : $194,089
FY 2024 : $194,090
FY 2025 : $280,642